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Stanley Peak
4.9 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · Running trail in Escondido, California · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 25 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Stanley Peak's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Stanley Peak
A great hike! Views are worth the challenge. Bring plenty of water as there are many areas without shade. Trails are in pretty decent condition in nearly all areas (hardly any loose dirt/rocks that make it likely to lose footing) with only some areas of erosion/deep divots in the middle of the trails.
Wonderful trails. Gets rocky towards the top if you take the route by the "OWT" Old water tower. There is a second trail to the top much more accessable.
Daley Ranch is a not-so-hidden gem of Daley Ranch. Stanley Peak is visible from almost every part of town. Trails range from paved to rugged dirt trails offering something for everyone from nature walkers to trail runners. Stanley Peak crowns the preserve at 1983 feet (603 meters).
Very scenic and good exercise with the hills here. After all the rain we had Thai season, Daley Ranch is still very colorful and full of plants in bloom. This was my first trail on Daley Ranch and I highly recommend it.
Trail conditions & character
“I recommend putting in the effort as often as you can to take in the rewarding view from the top.”
“Trails range from paved to rugged dirt trails offering something for everyone from nature walkers to trail runners.”
Plan your run at Stanley Peak
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Distance25 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websitetrailspotting.com
Running trails near Escondido
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Daley Ranch Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,242 reviews
Conservation area featuring 20+ miles of trails for hiking, biking & horseback riding, plus views.
Daley Ranch Dixon Lake
4.8 ★★★★★ 494 reviews
Lake and hiking-focused preserve featuring picnicking and camping spots, plus scenic trail paths.
Cougar Pass Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 76 reviews
Open-space preserve featuring miles of trails for hiking and mountain biking, plus lots of parking.
Knob Hill Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 194 reviews
Shaded, clean, scenic park with swings and other play equipment, plus picnic tables and benches.
